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About Netherlands
- Kingdom of the Netherlands
- Population: 16,715,999 (59th)
- Area Size: 14,422 sq mi (134th)
- GDP: $652.3 billion (22nd)
- Currency: Euro (EUR)
- Official Languages: Dutch, Frisian
- Capital City: Amsterdam
- Largest City: Amsterdam
Netherlands Prosperity Rank: 9 |
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